Just as the Roundup weed killer litigation is reaching the later stages of settlement for most claims, new mass tort litigation involving another pesticide – paraquat – is on the rise. Paraquat, like Roundup, is a weed killer. However, unlike Roundup, a person must obtain a license to use paraquat […]

Almost three years after 3M’s resolution of a whistleblower lawsuit with the United States government, the judge overseeing lawsuits filed by individual servicemembers for hearing loss and tinnitus injuries has concluded the third trial over allegations that 3M and Aero Technologies defectively designed its Dual-Ended Combat Arms™ Earplugs, Version 2, […]

Surgical staplers are routinely used in a variety of procedures to cut tissue and vessels and quickly seal the tissue back up. Surgical staplers do not always operate as intended, having the potential to malfunction and cause patients to sustain serious injuries, such as extensive internal bleeding. In some cases, […]

Car accidents are part of the risk that comes with getting in a vehicle, whether you are behind the wheel or in a passenger seat. But people in cars are not the only ones who can be injured in these crashes. Pedestrians are injured in a wide variety of collisions […]

Businesses and other property owners have a legal obligation to help protect the safety of people who lawfully visit their property.  That includes ensuring that the premises are in a safe condition and providing adequate security protections, which vary based on the circumstances. When property owners do not live up […]

Some of the most common and frequently used products are also some of the most dangerous. Whether it is a malfunctioning kitchen appliance, a poorly designed children’s toy, a medical device that is unsafe for use, or a defective vehicle, the unfortunate truth is that hazards associated with a wide […]

A fun and relaxing day at the pool can turn tragic in an instant. From a slip and fall on a slippery deck to a drowning, swimming pool accidents can and do happen, resulting in serious, life-threatening injuries and death. A West Palm Beach swimming pool accident lawyer will fight […]

Boating is a popular activity in West Palm Beach, thanks to its location along the Intracoastal waterway, access to the Atlantic Ocean, and a climate that makes hitting the water possible year-round. With boats, unfortunately, also comes the risk of a wide range of boat accidents that range from the […]

The decision to move a loved one to a nursing home — and the choice between various facilities — is often a difficult one that comes after extensive discussion and research, as well as onsite visits. These decisions also require a significant amount of trust and even faith in nursing […]

Bicycles are an increasingly popular form of exercise and transportation in South Florida, where the weather makes it possible to use two wheels to get around most of the year. But with bicycles comes the risk of bicycle accidents, which often can result in serious and even life-altering injuries. At […]